LJ Idol Season 11: Week 28 - Sawubona

[encrefloue]

link to the song

The Two Men of Pompeii

Salve, amāns mei.

Be well on this day.

I saw you see

the black pumice tree

defile the chariot of Sol.

I felt you feel

the crash of its wheel

upon our hallowed Terra's knoll.

As Pluto erupts in anger,

don't flee, my heart; let's linger.

Prized of Venus,

say, has she seen us

crawl beyond this garden gate

through the

Comments

[rayaso]

This is such a wonderful song and it works so well as just a poem. I love that you wrote about classical times. Excellent job.

[encrefloue]

Thank you so much! I'm always reassured when the text prevails on its own.

[m_malcontent]

So well done...how is this not doing better in the polls.

[encrefloue]

I really appreciate the support, thank you! I was certainly holding my breath for some time!

[alycewilson]

So beautiful. I listened to the song first, then carefully read the lyrics ans followed the link you shared. This could not be more perfect.

[encrefloue]

That means so much. Thank you, truly!

[d0gs]

this is beautiful!

[encrefloue]

Thank you so much! :)

[flipflop_diva]

Wow, this is beautiful. The melody, the lyrics ... it's really great!

[encrefloue]

Thank you so much for your kind reaction!